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Employee responding to marginalising comments at work.
Employee responding to marginalising comments at work. (Pexels)

How to Spot Warning Signs in a Potential Employer (Harvard Business Review)

Being observant in your interviews as well as attuned to how the process is managed, asking good follow-up questions, and doing your due diligence can help mitigate the chances of making a bad decision.

How to Respond to Marginalising Comments at Work (Business Insider)

The best way to deal with [microaggressions] is to turn them back on the speaker. Turning it around and saying, “What did you mean by that?” is powerful.

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How to Handle Distractions from Coworkers (The Cut)

Speak to your boss about things that directly impact you [...] If [they] refuse to handle the situation, you can decide whether the distractions and general atmosphere in your office bother you enough that you would consider leaving.

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